Sipaliwini Corydoras – Corydoras sipaliwini

The Sipaliwini corydoras (Corydoras sipaliwini) is a rare and attractive Corydoras from South America, distinguished by its striking spotted pattern on a silvery body and a characteristic dark eye stripe. This rare species originates from the border region between Suriname and Brazil and is still a true rarity in aquaristics.

The Sipaliwini corydoras is peaceful, lively, and sociable – ideal for group keeping of at least six fish. In planted aquariums with a fine sand substrate, it exhibits its typical foraging behavior on the bottom and creates a harmonious overall impression.

🌿 Characteristics & Keeping:
🐠 Fish size: M (2.5–3 cm)
🌎 Origin: South America (Suriname, Brazil)
🌡️ Temperature: 22–27 °C
💧 pH-value: 6.0–7.5
⚖️ Total hardness: up to 15 °dGH
🐟 Social behavior: Peaceful, schooling fish (from 6 animals)
🌾 Aquarium: From 60 l, with sand substrate, plants & roots

🍽️ Feeding:
Eats live, frozen, and dry food. Brine shrimp, mosquito larvae, and sinking food tablets are particularly suitable.

💡 Tip:
A dark substrate particularly accentuates the fine spotted pattern and makes the fish appear more intense.

👉 Conclusion:
The Sipaliwini corydoras (Corydoras sipaliwini) is a rare, peaceful, and aesthetic bottom-dwelling fish – perfect for enthusiasts of extraordinary Corydoras species.